Registered Nurse - Virtual Nursing (Not a Remote Position)

Hendrick Health

Abilene, Texas

Eligibility: General

Posted Jun 19

Unit and setting: Telehealth
License: RN license

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New grads: Welcomed
Certification: ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hireAfter hire · within 90 days
Certification: PALS or ENPC should be completed within 6 months of hireAfter hire · within 6 months
Certification: CPR-BCLS
Education: Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD)
Experience: No previous experience
Also asks: NPR should be completed within 6 monthsAfter hire · within 6 months

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Hendrick Health

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Hendrick Health is a healthcare system based in Abilene, Texas, with a faith-based mission rooted in the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. The organization emphasizes excellence and compassion in its care delivery and launched its 'Commitments to Excellence' initiative in…

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Registered Nurses deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patients and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Registered Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.

Registered Nurses practice in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Registered Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Registered Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, AD)

Minimum Work Experience

No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

Registered Nurse
CPR-BCLS
ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hire
NPR should be completed within 6 months
PALS or ENPC should be completed within 6 months of hire

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

Ability to handle confidential information
Maintains professional appearance at all times

What's around it?

In Abilene, TX

Abilene, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 10% below the US average

Median rent: $1,157/mo
Household income: $62,648/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Abilene, TX

NeighborhoodsNurses and relocating professionals typically gravitate toward established neighborhoods or newer southern developments. River Oaks and Brookhollow in southwest Abilene offer larger, settled homes along tree-lined streets in a traditionally premium residential pocket. The Sayles Boulevard Historic Area and neighboring Elmwood attract those seeking distinctive older architecture and historic character close to the center of town. Further south, Chimney Rock, Cooper Creek, and the suburban developments near Kirby Lake and the Wylie area provide modern construction and quiet streets, while rental apartments cluster heavily along the Dyess Air Force Base corridor and near Abilene Christian University and McMurry University.

Nurses and relocating professionals typically gravitate toward established neighborhoods or newer southern developments. River Oaks and Brookhollow in southwest Abilene offer larger, settled homes along tree-lined streets in a traditionally premium residential pocket.

The Sayles Boulevard Historic Area and neighboring Elmwood attract those seeking distinctive older architecture and historic character close to the center of town. Further south, Chimney Rock, Cooper Creek, and the suburban developments near Kirby Lake and the Wylie area provide modern construction and quiet streets, while rental apartments cluster heavily along the Dyess Air Force Base corridor and near Abilene Christian University and McMurry University.

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Getting aroundDriving is the default method for navigating Abilene, where getting across town typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Commutes to Hendrick Health System facilities are straightforward via Interstate 20 and major thoroughfares like Southwest Drive and Winters Freeway, avoiding the heavy gridlock seen in larger metropolitan areas. Public transportation is operated by the CityLink bus system, which provides fixed-route services and evening demand-response transit, though hospital shift workers generally find personal vehicles essential.

Driving is the default method for navigating Abilene, where getting across town typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Commutes to Hendrick Health System facilities are straightforward via Interstate 20 and major thoroughfares like Southwest Drive and Winters Freeway, avoiding the heavy gridlock seen in larger metropolitan areas.

Public transportation is operated by the CityLink bus system, which provides fixed-route services and evening demand-response transit, though hospital shift workers generally find personal vehicles essential.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: mygoldenstorage.com Source 2: 10federalstorage.com Source 3: countryclubvillasapartments.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation centers heavily on Abilene State Park, located just south of town, which features shaded trails beneath native oak trees, camping sites, fishing, kayaking, and stargazing. Within city limits, Kirby Lake offers peaceful water views and birdwatching, while Everman Park and the Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden integrate manicured green lawns with walking paths. The city also features dedicated bike lanes, trails, and family outings at the Abilene Zoo.

Outdoor recreation centers heavily on Abilene State Park, located just south of town, which features shaded trails beneath native oak trees, camping sites, fishing, kayaking, and stargazing. Within city limits, Kirby Lake offers peaceful water views and birdwatching, while Everman Park and the Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden integrate manicured green lawns with walking paths.

The city also features dedicated bike lanes, trails, and family outings at the Abilene Zoo.

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Living in Abilene

Abilene combines the steady pace of West Texas with a surprisingly vibrant civic identity anchored by Dyess Air Force Base, three universities, and the regional Hendrick Health System. For relocating healthcare workers, the city's most immediate perk is logistical ease: crosstown commutes rarely exceed twenty minutes, parking is stress-free, and daily routines avoid the gridlock of larger Texas metros. Housing spans everything from character-rich historic properties along Sayles Boulevard to quiet family pockets like Chimney Rock, River Oaks, and new builds in the southside Wylie zone. Outside the hospital, life revolves around a walkable Downtown Cultural District marked by the historic Paramount Theatre, storybook sculpture gardens, and weekend outings to the Abilene Zoo or nearby Abilene State Park. Living here does come with practical tradeoffs: summers bring relentless triple-digit heat, the semi-arid landscape is flat, public transit via CityLink is limited, and car ownership is essential for getting around. For nurses seeking community warmth, predictable shift commutes, and an approachable Texas rhythm, Abilene offers a grounded and welcoming landing spot.

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Abilene, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.